Active Living and Health Promotions GeneralMajor Program
Total Hours
Contributed.
Contacts
with Local Stakeholders.
Hours
of Multistate Efforts.
Total Number
of Volunteers Engaged.
Program Indicators
Number of participants who attended age related health and wellness programs not identified as a “major program.”Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
19902 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
6194 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
1934 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
1256 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
6852 |
Stories
Gallatin County Community Health Collaboration Focus on Food: Spirit of Public Health Mini-Grant
According to CEDIK Data Profile Health Indicators 2022, “the percent obese value in Gallatin County KY is 38%. Healthy eating can help people maintain a healthy weight and reduce their risk of obesity. A healthy diet can also help prevent and manage other chronic diseases, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer.” According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “people who eat lots of fruits and vegetables have a lower risk of obesity. Fruits and vegetables are importa...
Reports
Stories Behind the Numbers
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